Drain Tech charges $120 for a single drain cleaning, $195 for main line cleaning, and $425 for hydro jetting. These are all flat-rate prices with no hidden fees, no trip charges, and no extra cost for pulling and resetting a toilet.
If your drain is backing up right now, you want a solid quote, not a vague “it depends.” Here’s exactly what Drain Tech charges in 2026, what each service includes, and how to estimate your total drain cleaning cost before you pick up the phone.
Quick Answer: 2026 Drain Tech Price List
Here’s every published flat-rate price for services at Drain Tech, taxes and fees included:
- Single Drain Cleaning Cost (2″ Pipe): $120
- Main Line Cleaning Cost (3″ to 4″ Pipe): $195
- Each Additional Drain: $85
- Hydro Jetting Cost: $425
- Camera Inspection / Pipe Locating: $250
- RootX Foaming Root Killer: $75
- Enzyme Treatment: $55
- After-Hours, Weekend, or Holiday Surcharge: $100
Cable Machine Drain Cleaning Cost: $120–$195
The go-to tool for most standard blockages.
A cable machine, also called a drain snake, feeds a rotating metal cable into your pipe to break apart or pull out a clog.
- $120 for 2″ lines: kitchen sink, bathroom sink, shower drain, bathtub drain, washer drain, garbage disposal, or toilet bowl.
- $195 for 3″–4″ lines (main line cleaning cost): the main line running from your property to the city sewer.
- $85 per additional drain on the same visit. Example: $120 for the first drain + $85 for the second = $205 total.
Hydro Jetting Cost: $425
Recommended for roots, grease buildup, sludge, and any blockage that keeps coming back.
Hydro jetting uses a high-pressure hose to blast water through your pipe at 4,000 psi and up to 20 gallons per minute, scrubbing 360 degrees around the pipe wall.
- $200 per hour only if the job runs past two hours (rare).
- 4,000 psi at up to 20 gallons per minute, cleaning a full 360 degrees.
- Restores the pipe’s full capacity rather than punching a hole through the clog.
Note: The hydro jetting cost looks higher upfront, but it’s often the cheaper call in the long term. A cable machine clears what’s in your way; a jetter cleans the whole pipe. If you’re clearing the same drain every few months, the math tips in favor of jetting fast.
Camera Inspection: $250
Use this for repeat backups, buying a home, or any situation where you suspect root intrusion or a broken pipe.
A camera inspection keeps you from replacing pipes you don’t need to replace. When a tech can see exactly what’s happening and where, your drain-cleaning cost only covers what’s actually broken.
- Includes high-resolution digital footage shared via the cloud.
- Includes pipe locating and marking, with depth.
Add-On Treatments
Two affordable treatments that extend the life of your cleaning and protect your pipes long-term.
RootX Foaming Root Inhibitor: $75
Applied right after roots are cleared, RootX prevents regrowth for up to a year. It’s environmentally safe and the top-rated root killer in the industry.
Enzyme Treatment: $55
Enzymes are live organisms that break down fats and organic material before they build into a clog. They’re a safer, more effective alternative to harsh chemical drain cleaners.
After-Hours and Emergency Pricing: $100 Surcharge
Drain Tech is available 24/7 by phone or text, but calls after 5 PM, on weekends, or on holidays include a $100 surcharge.
Example: Emergency single-drain call at 8 PM = $120 + $100 = $220
So, is it worth waiting until morning for a cheaper drain cleaning cost? If the water’s still moving, even if it’s slowly, you’ll save $100. If you’ve got raw sewage backing up into a shower or a toilet that won’t flush at all, don’t wait. The damage from waiting almost always costs more than the surcharge.
Travel and Service Area Fees
No travel fee within Davis, Weber, and Morgan Counties.
A reasonable gas fee applies outside those counties, including Salt Lake, Utah, Cache, Box Elder, Tooele, Summit, and Wasatch Counties. Call the office to confirm your total upfront so there are no surprises.
Sample Total Costs by Scenario
Here’s what a few common jobs actually cost from start to finish:
- Slow bathroom sink, weekday: $120
- Clogged toilet plus kitchen sink, weekday: $205
- Main line cleaning cost, cable cleaning: $195
- Main line cleaning cost with diagnosis: $445 ($195 cable + $250 camera)
- Root intrusion cleared and treated: $500 ($425 jetting + $75 RootX)
- Pre-purchase home sewer inspection: $250
Why Flat-Rate Pricing Beats an Hourly Quote
Hourly billing is a gamble on a stubborn clog; the harder it is to clear, the more you pay. Drain Tech’s flat-rate pricing means your drain cleaning cost is locked in before a technician is ever dispatched.
There are no pushy upsells at your door, and no surprise line items for pulling and resetting a toilet (something competitors commonly charge extra for). The quoted price is your final price, taxes and fees included. You can even use our symptom checker to get an estimate before calling in.
Hidden Fees to Watch For With Other Companies
Before you call around for quotes, know what to ask about:
- Trip or Dispatch Charges: Billed just for showing up, before any work starts
- Separate Diagnostic Fees: Charged on top of the service cost
- Equipment Surcharges: Added fees for jetting or camera work that weren’t in the original quote
- Repeat Visits Billed as New Jobs: A return trip costs you full price again
- “Starting At” Pricing: The number climbs once the tech sees the job
Cable Machine vs. Hydro Jetting: Which Should You Pay For?
| Cable Machine | Hydro Jetting | |
| Price | $120–$195 | $425 |
| What it does | Clears the blockage | Cleans the entire pipe wall |
| Best for | Standard clogs, first-time backups | Roots, grease lines, recurring blockages |
| When it’s the right call | Quick fix on a straightforward clog | Blockage that keeps coming back within months |
If your kitchen sink backs up once, a cable machine is the right and cheaper call. If tree roots have invaded your main line or your grease-caked kitchen drain backs up every few months, that’s when the hydro jetting cost pays for itself.
What Happens If You Wait
A $120 single-drain cleaning can turn into a $195 main line cleaning if you let a slow drain back up further, and a weekday job can become a $100-surcharge emergency call before you know it.
Longer delays get even more serious. Sewage backup causes damage to flooring, drywall, and subfloor materials that far exceeds any drain cleaning cost. What starts as a clearing job can escalate into excavation and full pipe replacement. Don’t delay your drain service!
How to Keep Your Costs Down Long Term
The best drain cleaning cost is the one you never have to pay. A few habits can get you most of the way there.
Early Warning Signs:
- Gurgling sounds from drains or toilets
- Slow drainage in sinks, tubs, or showers
- Odors coming up from drains
- Fluctuating water levels in the toilet bowl
Other Ways to Prevent Expensive Calls:
- Never put grease, wipes (even “flushable” ones), or food scraps down a drain
- Schedule an enzyme treatment ($55) once a year as preventive maintenance
- Use RootX annually if your yard has mature trees near the sewer line
- Know where your cleanout access point is before you need it
Why a Drain Specialist Costs Less Than a General Plumber
A general plumber divides their time between dozens of trades. Drain Tech has focused exclusively on drain cleaning and inspection for almost 30 years. That specialization shows up in the efficiency and accuracy of every job, and means you get:
- Trailer-mounted jetters, cable machines, and camera equipment on every call
- Faster, more accurate diagnosis means fewer return visits
- No time wasted troubleshooting outside a technician’s core expertise
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the average drain cleaning cost in 2026?
A: Our single-drain cleaning starts at $120 for standard 2″ lines. Main line cleaning costs $195. Hydro jetting costs $425. These are all-inclusive flat-rate prices—no hidden fees or add-ons after the fact.
Q: How much does main line cleaning cost?
A: Main line cleaning costs at Drain Tech are $195 using a cable machine for 3″–4″ pipes. If your main line has roots, grease, or recurring blockages, hydro jetting at $425 is the better long-term solution.
Q: How much does hydro jetting cost?
A: Hydro jetting cost at Drain Tech is $425 flat. That covers the full job, including pipe wall cleaning at 4,000 psi. An additional $200/hour applies only if the job runs past two hours, which is rare.
Q: Is it cheaper to wait until morning for a drain emergency?
A: If water is still moving and there’s no sewage backup or flooding risk, yes; waiting until morning saves you the $100 after-hours surcharge. If you’re dealing with an active sewage backup, no.
Q: Does Drain Tech charge extra for pulling or resetting a toilet?
A: No. The flat-rate drain cleaning cost is all-inclusive. Drain Tech does not charge separately for pulling and resetting a toilet, which is a common hidden fee with other companies.
Q: How often should I have my drains professionally cleaned?
A: Most homeowners don’t need annual drain cleaning unless they have trees near the sewer line or recurring grease buildup. An annual enzyme treatment at $55 and RootX for root-prone lines can prevent most issues between visits.
Get a Price Before We Arrive! Call Drain Tech Today
You don’t have to guess what this is going to cost. Drain Tech publishes flat-rate prices and locks them in before a technician ever leaves the shop. No surprises, no upsells, no hourly billing that climbs on a tough clog.
Call or text anytime, and a live rep will give you a drain cleaning cost and a two-hour arrival window right over the phone. Contact Drain Tech to schedule your service or confirm your total before we head out.
